Monthly Archives: August 2015

This is a very interesting article based on research by a group of scientists at Stanford University. It raises many fundamental questions regarding safety of self-drive cars, and a code of ethics that should guide their driving “algorithms”. Read on>>

Dr Rudolf Diesel invented the engine that bears his name in 1897 to address the then shortage of gasoline (petrol). A diesel engine has high thermal efficiency which means more mileage for the same cost of fuel. And combustion of diesel also emits 15% less carbon di-oxide than petrol. On the other hand it produces…

Kiira Motors has been working on developing hybrid vehicles in Uganda under the brand name of Smack EV. It has not been an easy haul for them, and it is a story of grit and determination. Passionate entrepreneurs will be able to do it – if the vision is big and longterm. Read on>>

Most auto manufacturers are working on technologies to reduce emissions and reduce consumption of fossil fuel. While Toyota has planned to skip all-electrics (for now), Hyundai has very different plans. Between them and their Kia brand, there are many new vehicles slated for launch – hybrid, all electric, fuel-cell – you name it. It’ll likely…